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RAL 918L

1972 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

23,213 mi
Last recorded23,213 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2020
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beetle44,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAL 918L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2020 23,213 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 23,230 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jun 2019 23,064 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 22,857 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 22,585 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 22,585 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 22,371 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 22,371 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 22,085 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 21,569 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 20,953 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 20,143 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 20,143 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 19,335 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 19,153 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 18,990 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 18,765 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 18,765 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 18,353 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 18,346 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 17,980 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

corrosion of n/s outer sill in none prescribed area

corrosion of o/s sill in none prescribed area

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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RAL 918L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 44,941 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RAL 918L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RAL 918L registered?

RAL 918L is a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 November 1972.

Is RAL 918L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAL 918L shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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